22-year-old man from Nyamajura, Odzi has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of ra....ping two five-year-old girls on separate occasions, the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) has confirmed.
According to an on Thursday, the man exploited the trust of the victims and committed the sex....ual abuse in familiar surroundings. Both attacks went unreported at first because the young girls were too afraid to speak out.The abuse came to light after one of the victims displayed visible signs of distress when she encountered the offender again. Concerned by her reaction, the child’s parent began asking questions, leading to the disclosure of the abuse. A subsequent report was made to police, resulting in the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator.
The NPAZ said both cases demonstrate the critical importance of community vigilance and prompt reporting. “This sentence is a strong warning to anyone who thinks they can harm children and get away with it,” the agency stated
The Authority reaffirmed its commitment to supporting survivors of sexual violence and called on families to report any suspected abuse immediately. “Let us stay vigilant. If you see signs of abuse, report it immediately. Every child deserves safety and dignity,” the statement concluded.
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he conviction has sparked outrage and concern across Manicaland Province, with rights groups and citizens calling for stricter enforcement and stronger child protection systems in rural communities.
